Pathophysiology · practice question
A 73-year-old client on a telemetry unit is being evaluated for nursing care related to inflammation and cellular injury. Assessment data include urine output 15 mL/hr for 2 hours with rising creatinine. Which finding requires the nurse to intervene immediately?
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Answer and explanation
Correct answer
B. The new finding that urine output 15 mL/hr for 2 hours with rising creatinine.
Why
Follow-up items test whether the nurse recognizes cues that are new, acute, or inconsistent with stability and need prompt nursing action.
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